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Jan 16, 2018 00:47:57   #
r.grossner Loc: Rockford IL & Sarasota FL
 
DTran wrote:
I am a film only photographer since early 80's. My first camera was the Nikon F3HP and since I added the FM, FM2, FE, F4s and F5. I have a number of Nikkor lenses for those cameras including AI, AF-D, AF-S lenses. When we moved into our current house (which is newer but much smaller) I no longer have my darkroom. I think it's time for me to take up on the digital. Since I have always used Nikon I have narrowed down my choice to the D850, D810 (I think they still sell them new), D750 and the Df. The D5 is significantly more expensive and I don't need the high frame rate or a rugged body so I don't put in in consideration. I tend to lean toward the Df because I found that I like the F3HP controls more much more than that of the F5 which is similar to most other cameras. Also I always avoided shooting in low light when a tripod is not available due to the fact film speed is very slow. I have tried Fuji 1600 before but the results were terrible. I hope with the Df I can use ISO 1600 and beyond and still have decent images.
Which camera would you recommend?
I am a film only photographer since early 80's. My... (show quote)


The D750 with the 24-120 kit lens is a good starting point. Sharp lens and a good FF body that handles high ISO well.

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Jan 16, 2018 07:37:21   #
DTran
 
r.grossner wrote:
The D750 with the 24-120 kit lens is a good starting point. Sharp lens and a good FF body that handles high ISO well.


Thanks! I don't need a lens right now as I have enough lenses to begin with. I will get the Df before this weekend though. Tempted with the D750 sales during the holidays but I like the controls on the Df much more.

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Jan 16, 2018 11:53:40   #
JPL
 
DTran wrote:
I am a film only photographer since early 80's. My first camera was the Nikon F3HP and since I added the FM, FM2, FE, F4s and F5. I have a number of Nikkor lenses for those cameras including AI, AF-D, AF-S lenses. When we moved into our current house (which is newer but much smaller) I no longer have my darkroom. I think it's time for me to take up on the digital. Since I have always used Nikon I have narrowed down my choice to the D850, D810 (I think they still sell them new), D750 and the Df. The D5 is significantly more expensive and I don't need the high frame rate or a rugged body so I don't put in in consideration. I tend to lean toward the Df because I found that I like the F3HP controls more much more than that of the F5 which is similar to most other cameras. Also I always avoided shooting in low light when a tripod is not available due to the fact film speed is very slow. I have tried Fuji 1600 before but the results were terrible. I hope with the Df I can use ISO 1600 and beyond and still have decent images.
Which camera would you recommend?
I am a film only photographer since early 80's. My... (show quote)


I would recommend the D850 for the reason it is the best Nikon camera you can get and it will serve you well for many years to come. The Df is also a good camera and will handle ISO 1600 easily. So will also the D850. Both those cameras will deliver good pics up to ISO 12800 at least.

The D850 does not only have higher fps than you need. It also has the best resolution of any Nikon digital camera ever made. That will come in handy if you like to shoot landscapes. It also has a great autofocus system that will nail most of your pictures in good focus. Basically, if money is not a problem for you then go with the D850. If you get some of the other cameras you may end up wanting more and switching them out for a better camera. If you get the D850 this is not a problem because the D850 is the top of the lineup from Nikon

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